Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

Episódios

• The Real Reason Your Teen Pushes You Away — And Why It Has Nothing to Do With You 02.06.2026 36min

  Parenting Teens Without Losing Your Mind — Or Your Relationship If parenting your teenager feels like survival mode, you’re not alone — but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, child psychologist Dr. Cam sits down with Aliyah Singh, Hannah Ticajo, and Caitlin Severin — the founders of Cultivate Teen Roots — to reframe what the teen years are really about. These credentialed educators and licensed therapist reveal why the science says the adolescent years (ages 12–18) are actually the foundation of your future adult relationship with your child — not the beginning of the end. They break down why teens push parents away (hint: it’s neuroscience, not personal), how to reconnect without pressure, and why shifting from a ”manager” to a ”consultant” role is the key to raising self-sufficient young adults. Parents will discover how to connect with a teen who seems to want nothing to do with them, why controlling behavior actually weakens trust, how social media distorts parenting expectations, and why the most powerful thing you can do as a parent is regulate your own nervous system first. Packed with practical, science-backed strategies — from reflective listening to side-by-side connection — this episode gives overwhelmed parents the tools and confidence to stop dreading these years and start genuinely enjoying who their teenager is becoming.
• Simple Wisdom from Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans with Sheinelle Jones 21.04.2026 24min

  In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, I sit down with Sheinelle Jones, co-host of Today with Jenna and Sheinelle and author of Through Mom’s Eyes: Simple Wisdom From Mothers Who Raised Extraordinary Humans, to unpack what she learned from interviewing the moms behind some of the most extraordinary humans, including Lady Gaga, Serena and Venus Williams, Steph Curry, and the Jonas Brothers.
• Teen Secrecy: Why Your Teen Isn’t Telling You Everything (And What to Do About It) 14.04.2026 11min

  In this episode, Dr. Cam unpacks what teen secrecy actually means and why it is often less about defiance and more about development. You’ll hear why the usual parent response can backfire, what secrecy may be protecting, and how to respond in a way that keeps trust intact instead of pushing your teen further away.
• What to Do If Your Teen Is In Crisis (Advice from a Sandy Hook Mom) 07.04.2026 27min

  When something feels off with your teen, would you know what to do? Nicole Hockley, co-founder of Sandy Hook Promise and Sandy Hook mom, shares how to recognize the warning signs of teen crisis most parents miss — and the one thing you can do right now to keep your child safe.
• Why Consequences Stop Working with Teens (And What to Do Instead) 31.03.2026 32min

  If consequences keep leading to more pushback, shutdowns, or power struggles with your teen, this episode will show you why. Dr. Cam and Charle Peck unpack what’s really going on beneath teen defiance—and the simple shift that helps parents get better behavior without more battles.
• Stop Punishing Your Teen’s Bad Choices What Actually Builds Better Decision-Making Skills 23.03.2026 14min

  When your teen makes a bad choice, punishment feels like the right move—but it often backfires. In this episode, discover what actually helps teens build real decision-making skills so they make better choices—even when you’re not there.
• Teaching Your Teen to Drive: How to Help an Anxious Teen Driver Build Confidence 10.03.2026 35min

  In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam talks with Nigel Tunnacliffe, CEO and co-founder of Coastline Academy, the largest driving school in the country, about how parents can help anxious teen drivers feel more confident and capable behind the wheel.
• Why Is My Teen So Entitled? The Truth About Teaching Gratitude 03.03.2026 16min

  Is your teen acting entitled or ungrateful no matter how much you give? In this episode, Dr. Cam explains the developmental science behind teen self-focus and shares practical, research-backed strategies to build real gratitude without lectures, guilt, or power struggles.
• Teen Son Won’t Talk? Why He Shuts Down—and How to Get Him to Open Up Again 24.02.2026 37min

  Teen boys shutting down can feel like rejection, but it’s usually self-protection. Dr. Cam and teen counselor Jarrod Hoffman share what actually helps teen boys open up again, including reflective listening, trust-building shifts, and simple connection tools that stop the lecture cycle.
• The Shocking Truth About Teen Defiance: What Science Says About Kids Who Talk Back 17.02.2026 15min

  If your teen argues about everything, it might not be defiance, it might be healthy brain development. Dr. Cam explains why “talking back” can be a sign of critical thinking and connection, plus what to say to keep disagreements respectful without losing your authority.
• Biggest Screen Time Mistakes Parents Make (and What Actually Works Instead) 10.02.2026 40min

  Screen time battles aren’t about minutes—they’re about judgment, trust, and how to stay influential with your teen in an AI-driven world.
• The Chore Strategy That Got My Teen to Help Around the House (Without Having to Nag!) 03.02.2026 18min

  In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam breaks down the real reason chores blow up in so many homes—and why most of the common fixes (punishment, consequences, rewards, bribing, threatening, lecturing) often backfire long-term.
• Is Roblox Safe for Teens? What Parents Need to Know 26.01.2026 37min

  In this episode, I brought in someone who actually knows what’s happening behind the scenes at Roblox: Tammy Bhaumik, Vice President of Civility and Partnerships at Roblox. And let me tell you—this conversation will either calm your nervous system… or at least give you a real plan.
• That “Nasty Attitude”: Why Punishing Your Teen's Tone Is Backfiring (And What Actually Works) 20.01.2026 17min

  If your teen’s “nasty attitude” instantly makes you think disrespect, defiance, or this needs to stop now, this episode will change how you see everything. In this episode, I don’t just explain why this happens, I walk you through the critical choice every parent faces in those heated moments… and how one response builds walls while the other builds trust.
• Is Your Teen Confiding in AI Instead of You? The Truth About Teens Using ChatGPT 13.01.2026 34min

  Dr. Cam is joined by Alanna Powers-O’Brien, Research and Program Specialist at the Family Online Safety Institute and co-author of the national report Generative AI in Uncertain Times: How Teens Are Navigating a New Digital Frontier. Together, they break down what teen AI use looks like in real life, why many teens do not want to cheat, why 42% are using AI to talk through emotions, and what teens wish parents understood before reacting.
• Why Your Teen Can’t Sleep: Ayurvedic Secrets to Fix Late Nights and Morning Struggles 02.12.2025 33min

  Is your teen staying up past midnight, dragging through the mornings, or constantly battling you over bedtime? You’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Ayurvedic practitioner Nidhi Pandya to reveal why most traditional sleep rules don’t work for teenagers—and what actually does. You’ll learn why your teen’s biology shifts during adolescence, how the 11 PM–2 AM “power hours” impact their long-term health, and why stress—not screens—is often the real culprit behind late nights. Nidhi shares simple, practical tools rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom and modern science, including calming evening rituals, breathwork techniques, and the counterintuitive reason you should stop waking your teen up in the morning. If you’re exhausted from sleep battles and craving a calmer home, stronger connection, and a teen who actually takes ownership of their sleep, this episode offers the roadmap you’ve been searching for.
• The Teen Skincare Craze: What Every Parent Needs to Know (from a Dermatologist Mom) - SPONSORED by Bright Girl 25.11.2025 32min

  In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Cam sits down with Dr. Angela Casey, a double board-certified dermatologist, skin cancer surgeon, and founder of Bright Girl Skincare, to reveal what teens really need for healthy skin—and what’s secretly damaging it.
• ADHD & Homework: Your Teen Isn’t Stubborn—They’re Stuck 04.11.2025 53min

  ADHD teens aren’t stubborn—they’re stuck. Learn brain-based tools to end homework battles and build trust without shame.
• How To Love The Teen You Have 28.10.2025 41min

  Struggling to connect with your teen? Pediatric psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart joins Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam to reveal why your teen’s “illogical” behavior actually makes sense—and how to rebuild trust, set boundaries without control, and end the yelling cycle for good. Learn how to move from constant conflict to genuine connection with practical, brain-based strategies you can use today
• Your Teen Isn’t Triggering You—Your Inner Teen Is 14.10.2025 44min

  Ever wonder why your teen’s attitude gets under your skin? In this transformative episode, Dr. Cam Caswell talks with Shelly Robinson, certified conscious parenting coach and founder of Raising Yourself, about how your child’s defiance may actually be awakening your inner teen. Discover how unresolved childhood wounds—like feeling unheard or criticized—can resurface in moments of conflict, and why healing your past is the key to calmer, more connected parenting. Shelly shares her journey from screaming matches to emotionally intelligent conversations with her now 15-year-old son, plus practical tools for breaking generational cycles of shame and control. If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I lose it over something so small?”, this episode will help you identify your triggers, repair after conflict, and show up as the calm, compassionate parent your teen needs.